YOLEHIA is more than an academy it is a legacy. Founded by Gary Fragoso, the name YOLEHIA honors the four souls who have profoundly shaped his life: his beloved companions, Yoyó, Leah, and Higo, and his late mother, Alicia. Their unconditional love, resilience, loyalty, and compassion inspired the values on which the academy was built. Every lesson, every student, and every achievement reflects that legacy.

At YOLEHIA Language & Excellence Academy, we believe education changes lives. Our mission is to provide exceptional English education in an environment where every student feels encouraged, respected, and empowered to achieve their personal and professional goals. Guided by our philosophy, “We teach from the heart,” we combine academic excellence with genuine care, creating meaningful learning experiences that build confidence, open doors, and prepare students to communicate with the world.

Meet Our Founder

Gary Fragoso is an operations executive with over a decade of leadership experience across multinational organizations in customer experience, technology, healthcare, finance, and business operations. After years directing teams and driving organizational growth, he founded YOLEHIA Language & Excellence Academy with the vision of making world-class English education accessible, practical, and deeply human.

Having lived in both Mexico and the United States, Gary understands firsthand how language can transform opportunities and change lives. His experience inspired him to create an academy where students receive more than English lessons they gain confidence, professional skills, and a supportive community that believes in their success.